Cement prices in South India reduced by Rs 25 a bag

While cement prices were hiked in most states in July this year, they are gradually being reduced especially in Andhra Pradesh, where a price cut of Rs 20 to Rs 25 has been affected for a 50 kg bag. In Hyderabad, the cement prices, which had touched Rs 300 a bag, are now hovering at Rs 270-275 a bag. Even in states like Karnataka, Maharashtra and Tamil Nadu, prices that ruled high last month, have comparatively reduced by Rs 15-20 a bag.